Lactation Consultant/Maternal Educator

Company: Lee Health
Location: Fort Myers
Posted on: May 3, 2024

Job Description:

Location:HealthPark Medical Center -9981 So HealthPark CircleFort Myers FL 33908Department: Family Education - SupportWork Type: Full TimeShift: Shift 1/7:00:00 AM to 7:00:00 PMMinimum to Midpoint Pay Rate:$35.04 - $47.30 / hourSummaryHealthPark Medical Center is seeking a passionate Lactation Consultant/Maternal Educator to join their Woman's Care team. This RN must have OB nursing or NICU and 2 years of Lactation Education experience. The IBCLC is required upon hire for this opportunity.The Lactation Consultant/Maternal Educator (LC/ME) is responsible for comprehensive maternal// infant and feeding assessments related to lactation and provides education to clients concerning pregnancy// childbirth// lactation and parenting. The LC/ME demonstrates specialized knowledge and clinical expertise in breastfeeding and uses the principles of adult education when teaching clients// health care providers and others in the community. Provides education and counseling in a manner that encourages informed decision making about childbirth and breastfeeding. Provides care based on established clinical nursing practice standards subscribed to by American Nursing Association and in accordance with the Florida Nurse Practice Act. IBCLC and AWHONN standards. Collaborates with other professional disciplines to ensure effective and efficient patient care and the achievement of desired patient outcomes. Supports the organization vision and mission. Uses knowledge of patient's age and cultural diversity into the provision of patient care. Contributes to the provision of quality nursing care through excellence in customer service and performance improvement techniques that demonstrate positive outcomes in patient care.RequirementsEducational RequirementsDegree/Diploma ObtainedProgram of StudyRequired/
Preferredand/orBachelor'sSciencePreferredExperience RequirementsMinimum Years RequiredArea of ExperienceRequired/
Preferredand/or2 YearsOB NursingRequiredor2 YearsNICURequiredor2 YearsLactation EducationRequiredState of Florida Licensure RequirementsLicensesRequired/
Preferredand/orRegistered Nurse LicenseRequiredCertifications/Registration RequirementsCertificates/RegistrationsRequired/
Preferredand/orBLS (American Heart Association / Basic Life Support)RequiredIBCLC (International Board Certified Lactation Consultant) RequiredUS:FL:Fort Myers

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